Nesting Great Blue Herons

Great Blue Herons

At Viera Wetlands yesterday, one of the most entertaining moments came when I was watching a pair of Great Blue Herons feed their chicks and repair their nest.  I don't normally think of these birds as being tender or compassionate, but seeing them with their young was quite touching.  Both in the tenderness they showed to their young as they were feeding and in the care they took to maintain their nest, their nurturing and compassionate sides were evident.  Fish and snakes may not get the opportunity to witness this, but it was fun for me.

Off to find some nesting materials

"Do you think this will fit?"

"Yes, that's perfect!"

"Alright, here I come!" 

"On my way"

"I think it will fit right here."

"Off I go!"

Okay, so that's not exactly how it worked, but you get the picture.